Murray Melvin

Murray Melvin (10 August 1932 – 14 April 2023) was an English actor known for his work with Joan Littlewood, Ken Russell, and Stanley Kubrick. He authored two books: The Art of Theatre Workshop (2006) and The Theatre Royal, A History of the Building (2009). Melvin was born in St. Pancras, London, on 10 August 1932, to Hugh Victor Melvin and Maisie Winifred. After leaving school at fourteen, he worked as an office boy for a travel agency. Melvin's parents played a role in founding a youth club in Hampstead, which had a drama section where he was an active participant.More